Rappler's latest stories on Nestor Espenilla Jr
LOOK: Banking community mourns Bangko Sentral's Espenilla
The public may pay their last respects to the late Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas governor at the Aeternum in Heritage Park, Taguig City
The humble 'bad cop': Philippines remembers BSP chief Espenilla
(UPDATED) Various sectors and personalities remember Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas Governor Nestor Espenilla Jr as a humble technocrat who took on big names and unjust practices
Economic managers pressure Piñol to curb soaring inflation
The rising prices of agricultural goods are seen as the 'main drivers of inflation,' and the Department of Agriculture headed by Secretary Emmanuel Piñol 'must act quickly'
Bangko Sentral hikes interest rates again over high inflation
(3rd UPDATE) The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas raises interest rates by 50 basis points
Philippine external debt down to $73.2B in Q1 2018
BSP Governor Nestor Espenilla Jr says net repayments which amounted to $3.4 billion mitigated upward pressures
Philippine inflation continues to rise at 4.3% in March
(UPDATED) Higher price increases are noted in rice, corn, fish, fruits, and vegetables, according to data from the Philippine Statistics Authority
With rising inflation, NEDA calls for measures to help the poor
Socioeconomic Planning Secretary Ernesto Pernia says the government 'must pay closer attention to the poor,' as inflation hits a new 3-year high
Philippine inflation hits new 3-year high at 4.5% in February
(3rd UPDATE) Higher prices of food and drinks, among others, drive the cost of living up, with inflation at its fastest rate since August 2014
BSP governor recovering from tongue cancer
But for Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas Governor Nestor Espenilla Jr, it is 'work as usual,' as he closely monitors peso volatility
Bank for OFWs could open in February 2018
The establishment of the bank is now being reviewed after the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas approved Landbank's acquisition of Postbank
BSP remains vigilant over potential economic overheating
'We do not believe that we are there yet and we remain very vigilant to avoid it,' Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas Governor Nestor Espenilla Jr says on the possibility that the economy might overheat
BSP keeps interest rates unchanged
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas says there is no need to change monetary settings at the moment as there is enough credit and liquidity in the market
Philippines pledges $1 billion to IMF emergency fund
The emergency fund is used to provide assistance to ailing economies
BSP leaves Philippine interest rates unchanged again
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas believes the prevailing monetary policy settings remain appropriate
Philippine inflation in July edges up
BSP Governor Nestor Espenilla Jr says the central bank continues to see a manageable inflation outlook over the policy horizon
BSP plans to tap artificial intelligence
The Philippines central bank is using the buzzwords FinTech RegTech and chatbots
Chuchi Fonacier is new BSP deputy governor for bank supervision
Fonacier will fill the post vacated by BSP Governor Nestor Espenilla Jr
Favila, Abacan get seats in Bangko Sentral's Monetary Board
Meanwhile former socioeconomic planning secretary Felipe Medalla retains his position as member of the board
BPI assures clients: You'll get your money back
UPDATED This is simply a glitch The amount will be restored by the end of the day says BPI president and CEO Cezar Consing
BSP to banks: Don't pay ransomware attackers
While no Philippine bank was affected in the global ransomware attack the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas issues guidelines on dealing with cyber criminals and protecting sensitive data
Espenilla's target: Break new ground for financial inclusion
Incoming BSP Governor Espenilla says It’s easy because essentially I’m here doing a job… Our mandate is clear and our constituency is clear: I serve the public
Why Espenilla was chosen new BSP governor
Former Central Bank governor Jose Cuisia has these to say about BSP s Amando Tetangco Nestor Espenilla and Diwa Guinigundo
#ThewRap: Things you need to know, May 12, 2017
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BSP maintains policy rates, inflation forecast
There is only one more policy meeting left before Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas Governor Amando Tetangco Jr hands over the reins to his successor
EXPLAINER: Why is the role of Bangko Sentral governor important?
(UPDATED) The governor of the central bank should stay independent from politics. What are the other important roles of a BSP governor?
#ThewRap: Things you need to know, May 10, 2017
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Espenilla promises continuity, more financial innovation at BSP
The new governor of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas outlines his plans to maintain the country s monetary stance as well as expand the debt market and digital payments
Philippine bankers cheer Espenilla's appointment
UPDATED Outgoing BSP Governor Amando Tetangco Jr and most bankers got what they asked and hoped for: an insider with years of central banking experience
FAST FACTS: What does the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas do?
(UPDATED) Budget Secretary Benjamin Diokno is named BSP governor. Rappler takes a look at the role of the BSP as he steps in, along with some of the issues he may face ahead.
Who is new BSP governor Nestor Espenilla?
President Rodrigo Duterte picks technocrat Nestor Espenilla Jr as the new Philippine central bank chief replacing world acclaimed Amando Tetangco Jr
Duterte appoints Espenilla as BSP governor
UPDATED A very wise choice after a thorough evaluation of the future needs of the country and of all the candidates says Finance Secretary Carlos Dominguez III
BSP eyes expanding e-payments by 2020
The National Retail Payment System will facilitate the country’s shift from a cash heavy to a cash lite economy
BSP approves sweetened perks for rural bank mergers
BSP says encouraging more mergers among rural banks will bring about a less fragmented banking system in the Philippines
